1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 825 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 LM | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 105 L |
